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Wa Jones Pond Dam, also known as Adams Dam, is a private-owned structure located in Orangeburg, South Carolina. Built in 1953, this earth dam stands at a height of 16 feet and spans a length of 290 feet, creating a picturesque recreational area with a storage capacity of 59 acre-feet. The primary purpose of this dam is for recreation, offering visitors a serene spot to enjoy activities such as fishing and boating on Wa Jones Pond.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is rated as poor, with the last inspection conducted in July 2017. The risk assessment for Wa Jones Pond Dam is moderate, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and potential risk management measures to ensure its continued safety and functionality. Situated on TR-Tampa Creek and regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC), this dam serves as a vital component of the local water resource infrastructure in the region, attracting both locals and visitors alike to its tranquil waters.
Year_Completed | 1953 |
Dam_Height | 16 |
River_Or_Stream | TR-TAMPA CREEK |
Dam_Length | 290 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 8 |
Nid_Storage | 59 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 16 |
OGEECHEE RIVER AT ROCKY FORD RD | 1540cfs |
SOUTH FORK EDISTO RIVER NEAR COPE | 622cfs |
BRIER CREEK AT MILLHAVEN | 462cfs |
SALKEHATCHIE RIVER NEAR MILEY | 186cfs |
SAVANNAH R AT BURTONS FERRY BR NR MILLHAVEN | 7090cfs |
BEAVERDAM CREEK NEAR SARDIS | 303cfs |
SOUTH FORK EDISTO RIVER NEAR BAMBERG | 570cfs |